15 May 2013 GPWA Times Newsletter
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May 15, 2013 |
 GPWA adds new information about affiliate programsOne of the GPWA's goals is to provide information to affiliates that enable them to make fully informed decisions about which programs they should work with. To help reach that goal, we are now providing program characteristics in a new highlights section near the top of our sponsor program listings.  Ultimate Poker service provider relationship probedThe issue was first brought to light by players on several online gaming websites and chat rooms. Perspectives Weekly: Like bwin all over again Webmasters in online gambling are once again facing affiliate programs wanting to change terms and conditions. Is there hope for the future? Plus industry news from New Jersey, Delaware and California. Fahrenkopf to keynote iGaming Super Show The outgoing American Gaming Association chief will be speaking at the iGaming Executive Conference and the iGaming 4 Business Conference. Atlantic Club awaits its future The once chummy relationship between the Atlantic Club and its would-be buyer, PokerStars, has turned into a heads-up game of no-limit Hold'em with Atlantic Club terminating the purchase and PokerStars suing to complete the purchase. New slot Silent Run features World War II theme The latest video slot from Net Entertainment has an Echo Bonus Game, which can increase payouts. Facebook execs to speak at iGaming Super Show Owen O'Donoghue and Olly Sewell, who run Gaming Marketing Solutions for Facebook, will be speaking at the mGaming & Social Gambling Summit. Affiliate REPUBLIK signs contract with NetEnt Tropezia Palace players will soon have access to NetEnt games like South Park as well as games created specifically for mobile using Net Entertainment Touch. SkillOnNet hits 100 million spins on 3D slots All five 3D slots have performed well, but the two surprising games were Ghost Pirates and Vampires Feast. Lottery Casino launches affiliate program The program will utilize Income Access affiliate software and management. Golden Riviera player wins over 40,000 euros The slots spun in D.L.'s favor, as he pocketed 36,800 euros in Break Away and 4,000 euros in Tomb Raider. Burzichelli to speak at iGaming Super Show New Jersey Assemblyman John Burzichelli has been a key figure in his state's quest to become a national hub for U.S. online gaming. iGaming Business to host investor conference The conference, which will also be hosted by Morgan Stanley, will be held this June in New York City and will provide key information for potential iGaming investors. Income Access recognized for innovation Income Access has been shortlisted in the Affiliate Marketing category at the first-ever Operator Innovation Awards.   June 12-13Amsterdam Affiliate Conference The Amsterdam Affiliate Conference is part of the iGaming Super Show, and more than 1,250 affiliates are expected to be in attendance. The AAC will feature exhibitions and networking events with the elite in iGaming.  Aug. 16-19CBG Affiliate Weekend The CBG event offers the possibility of meeting globally active and dedicated affiliates in a single event. Come and discuss affiliate strategies with some of the best webmasters in the industry in a fun and relaxing environment.  Sept. 11-12Russian Affiliate Congress & Expo The Russian Affiliate and Congress Expo will examine how to develop the affiliate industry for online gaming in Russia and CIS countries. |
 Phil Ivey is suing Crockfords for $12 million, the amount he won from the casino playing Punto Blanco last year, since the casino has refused to pay him.
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How many affiliate programs have you stopped working with in the past year?
The affiliate program marketplace changes over time. Some affiliate programs change their terms and conditions. Some affiliate programs merge with other programs. And some affiliate programs go out of business. With the recent focus here and elsewhere on changes in the affiliate program marketplace, I think it makes sense to ask to what extent affiliates have changed the programs they work with. Please share the reasons behind the changes you have made as well. View pollLast week's poll results: Do you use the canonical tag on your websites? View poll
The affiliate program marketplace changes over time. Some affiliate programs change their terms and conditions. Some affiliate programs merge with other programs. And some affiliate programs go out of business. With the recent focus here and elsewhere on changes in the affiliate program marketplace, I think it makes sense to ask to what extent affiliates have changed the programs they work with. Please share the reasons behind the changes you have made as well. View pollLast week's poll results: Do you use the canonical tag on your websites? View poll
Buzzy has been hard at work this week chasing down the latest industry rumors and gossip. Here's a quick look at Buzzy's top finds:
Russ Hamilton cheating scandal tapesLock Poker pros deserting the companyAtlantic Club, PokerStars drama continues to unfoldMorgan Stanley: U.S. online gambling market to be worth $9.3 billion in 2020
FEATURED PUBLIC FORUM THREADNew Google+ page look/layout
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I love the new layout and look of G+ business pages. Although it is not fully rolled out, pages that have had a lot of exposure are already visible in this new format. What do you think? Looks like a cross between Pinterest and Facebook. Will it mean anything for the online gaming world? read more
OTHER PUBLIC THREADSMatt Cutts explains what to expect in the next few monthsThis is my kind of massage!
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Growing problemsHow well do you receive criticism?
New Google+ page look/layoutmuffincrumbs writes:
I love the new layout and look of G+ business pages. Although it is not fully rolled out, pages that have had a lot of exposure are already visible in this new format. What do you think? Looks like a cross between Pinterest and Facebook. Will it mean anything for the online gaming world? read more
OTHER PUBLIC THREADS
Matt Cutts explains what to expect in the next few monthsThis is my kind of massage!PRIVATE FORUM TOPICS (Not a Private Member, Upgrade Now!)
Growing problemsHow well do you receive criticism?
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